The lifestyle feature house hunters love to love
As the warmer weather begins to roll in, outdoor entertaining areas take on renewed appeal and nothing can beat the feel-good vibes of a sparkling pool.
It’s the ultimate transformer: it turns a home into a resort and becomes a hub for family fun, social gatherings and fitness activities.
Luke McAuliffe of MARQ Property says the indoor pool at this week’s Nicholls feature property has been a big winner during inspections.
“It’s such a rare thing to see and it comes as a real surprise and a delight – especially for the kids,” he says.
“Another factor is that blocks are generally getting smaller and pools this size are getting harder to find.”
McAuliffe says a covered pool room opens the prospect of year-round use and “provides another living option for entertaining family and friends”.
Tim McInnes of Timothy Road says pools are hard to beat when it comes to lifestyle.
“They’re great for kids – it gets them off their devices and into the fresh air for fun and exercise,” he says.
“And friends and family will find any number of reasons to come and visit during the warmer months.”
McInnes says there is no doubt buyers are attracted to the appeal of a property that comes with a pool.
“They know how much they can cost and a home that comes with one is an absolute bonus,” he says.
Cool pools
Lifestyle
A pool is almost a compulsory inclusion in the creation of a resort-style home. There’s no doubt it creates the perfect spot for relaxation, exercise, and bringing people together.
Adding value
Pools can represent a considerable investment, with high-end models costing well into six figures. But there’s little doubt that an attractive pool area can significantly boost a property’s appeal to buyers.
Looking good
Pools deliver big-time on aesthetic appeal. Visually, they draw people in and complement the broader property presentation. What’s more, pools enhance outdoor spaces year-round.
Feature Property
Price guide: $1.9 million+
Auction: 11.15am, September 21
Agent: MARQ Property, Luke McAuliffe 0433 338 429
It’s not too often the extra bling in a house gets top billing, but in the case of this renovated Nicholls pad at 17 Sutcliffe Street, it’s hard to ignore its stunning crown jewel – a big indoor pool under a partially opening roof.
When it comes to a luxury inclusion, it doesn’t come much better, and this eight-by-four-metre heated wonder is completed by a separate shower room and a bar-kitchen.
That helps to set up expectations for the rest of the home – which certainly don’t disappoint.
The home sits on a big elevated 923-square-metre block with some big views. And it offers big living – 305 square metres (plus the pool room) over two levels.
Inside there are large formal and casual living areas, six bedrooms and an office.
The spacious formal lounge-dining room is full of light drawn in through a large picture window.
The new designer kitchen showcases a vast stone benchtop and high-end appliances, a walk-in pantry and soft-close joinery.
The main-bedroom suite offers a walk-in wardrobe and spacious en suite, while a study nook leads to five further generous bedrooms.
There are two outdoor options flowing either side of the central family zone.
One is a large, covered terrace with a water feature, and the other is a timber deck with sweeping views.
The heated pool is on the lower level, where there’s also a triple garage with a workshop, storage and home office.
Or try these
Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Zac Cunningham 0414 315 849
Agent: Mainstream Real Estate, Ankit Karwar 0468 352 485
Agent: Timothy Road, Tim McInnes 0401 097 568
We thought you might like
States
Capital Cities
Capital Cities - Rentals
Popular Areas
Allhomes
More
